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Adam and Eve in a Bird-Filled Paradise
Johann Carl Munck (German (active Augsburg), 18th century (?))
Medium/Technique
Embossed decorated paper
Dimensions
Sheet: 28.8 x 39.7 cm (11 5/16 x 15 5/8 in.)
Credit Line
The Lloyd and Vivian Hawes Collection
Accession Number2000.729
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsEurope, Prints and Drawings
ClassificationsPrints
DescriptionPrinted metal leaf on prepared greenish paper,cut at top, possibly when used as a bookcover. Three pairs of stiching holes flanking vertical centerfold
InscriptionsIn block at bottom: IN AUGSP BEY JOH CARL MUNCK N136
Later inscriptions or marks: Verso LC in graphite pencil: c. 1770
Verso LR in graphite pencil: 85.--
Later inscriptions or marks: Verso LC in graphite pencil: c. 1770
Verso LR in graphite pencil: 85.--
ProvenanceLloyd and Vivian Hawes, Wellesley, MA; her bequest to MFA, June 2000.